Payments & Royalties

Indiefy Royalties: When Are Reports Generated?

To start receiving the reports in Indiefy, your music must have been published for at least 3 to 4 months before you can access your first statement. It’s important to note that most digital stores require a minimum number of streams before royalties can be generated. In addition, some stores report on a quarterly basis, which means we need to wait to receive and process that data before it can be reflected in your statements. For example: - If you release your song in January, your first report will be available in April or May. - If you release it in February, you will receive it in May or June. And so on, depending on the month of release. Go PRO today and unlock all the tools for your music. Subscribe to PRO — Boost your music career.

Royalties, Stripe Setup & Payouts on Indiefy

At Indiefy, we collect the earnings generated by your music across global digital platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok, and Deezer, making them readily available in your dashboard. To guarantee fast, secure, and direct international banking transfers, we process your royalty withdrawals using Stripe’s global payment infrastructure. Below, we explain how to set up and link your Stripe account inside indiefy.net, which countries are supported, what to do if Stripe isn't locally available, and how to maximize your earnings. 1. How do I register and link my Stripe account on indiefy.net? Linking your Stripe account inside your Indiefy artist dashboard is quick and only needs to be done once: 1. Log in to your account at indiefy.net. 2. Go to the "Account" section. 3. Click on the "Settings" button. 4. Then head to “Payout Settings”. 5. You will be redirected to Stripe’s secure form to register your bank details, address, and ID (or link an existing Stripe account). 6. Once the registration is complete, you will automatically return to indiefy.net, and your account will be enabled to receive direct transfers to your bank. 2. Which countries support direct Stripe account setup? Stripe allows you to directly connect a local bank account or card if your tax residence is located in any of the following countries: - Americas: Canada, Mexico, and the United States. - Europe (EU & Schengen Area): Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. - Asia & Pacific: Australia, Hong Kong, India (invite-only/beta), Japan, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore, and Thailand. - Middle East & Africa: United Arab Emirates. 3. What if Stripe is not available in my country or region? If you live in a country where Stripe does not offer native direct banking operations, your only accepted alternative payout method on Indiefy is Payoneer. Through our Payoneer integration, you can transfer your accumulated balance from indiefy.net directly to your local bank account, Payoneer card, or local financial institution, ensuring that wherever you are in the world, you never miss out on your music earnings. 👉 Upgrade to Indiefy PRO on indiefy.net and Keep 100% of Your Royalties 4. Are there additional fees or charges when using Stripe to withdraw my royalties? No. Indiefy does not apply any charges for using Stripe to process your royalty withdrawals. Furthermore, Stripe is currently our sole priority payout method, designed to ensure your money reaches your bank account as fast and securely as possible. **Take Full Professional Control of Your Music with Indiefy **PRO Don't let platform commissions or slow withdrawal processing hold back your momentum. Upgrading your account to Indiefy PRO on indiefy.net unlocks the ultimate independent distribution experience: - 💰 Keep 100% of your earnings: Collect all the royalties generated across global streaming services. - ⚡ Priority Processing: Your transfers via Stripe or Payoneer are handled with top urgency. - 📈 Real-Time Financial Analytics: Track the exact financial performance of your catalog right from your dashboard. Take the professional step your music deserves today. 🚀 Upgrade to Indiefy PRO on indiefy.net and scale your music career

General Guide to Publishing Royalties & Getting Your IPI Number

Important Note from Indiefy: Indiefy exclusively collects Master Rights royalties generated by your sound recordings across digital streaming stores. We do not collect or manage composition or publishing royalties. To collect publishing earnings, you must register directly with a Performance Rights Organization (PRO) in your region. How do publishing royalties work? When you write or compose a song, publishing royalties are generated whenever the track is played, sold, or publicly performed. These earnings are collected by Performance Rights Organizations (PROs / CMOs) in each country. What is an IPI / CAE Code and how do you get one? An IPI number (Interested Parties Information), also referred to as a CAE number by some organizations, is a unique international identification number assigned to every songwriter, composer, and publisher worldwide. How to obtain your IPI code: 1. Join a Performance Rights Organization: When you sign up and get approved by a PRO (such as BMI, ASCAP, PRS for Music, SACM, or SGAE), you are automatically entered into the global composer database. 2. Automatic Assignment: Your unique IPI number is generated and attached to your account profile within 1 to 4 weeks after your membership is approved. 3. Locate it on your dashboard: Log in to your PRO account portal to view your 9 to 11-digit IPI number. Without an IPI code, industry entities and publishing administrators cannot accurately identify you as the writer of a song to payout your songwriting royalties. Major publishing organizations by region While almost every country has a native organization, here are some of the main entities in the industry: - United States: ASCAP, BMI, or SESAC - Canada: SOCAN - Mexico: SACM - Colombia: SAYCO - Argentina: SADAIC - Spain: SGAE - United Kingdom: PRS for Music If your country is not listed here, please check with your local intellectual property authority to identify the official publishing organization in your region. Where should you register? 1. In your country of residence: The standard approach is to join your local PRO. These entities hold international agreements (via the CISAC network) to collect royalties generated overseas and transfer them to your local account. 2. With international entities: If your main audience is located in North America or your country lacks a local PRO, US organizations such as BMI or ASCAP accept international songwriters. Maximize your Master royalties with Indiefy PRO While you handle your publishing setup, Indiefy helps you collect all the revenue generated by your sound recordings on Spotify, Apple Music, TikTok, and more. 👉 Upgrade to Indiefy PRO on indiefy.net and keep 100% of your Master royalties